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NewsMazur breakthrough as LSB approves litigation rights application
Green light for legal executives to obtain standalone litigation practice rights will alleviate 'huge distress and uncertainty' caused by September's seismic judgment.
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NewsBe wary of AI in social media, solicitors warned
Law Society issues updated guidance to reflect greater deployment of AI and machine-learning for content and engagement.
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NewsFirm fails in counterclaim against RTA client after negligence case dismissed
It is not sufficient for solicitors to plead simply that they were misled, says judge turning down appeal over dismissal of counterclaim.
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NewsAML: One third of inspected firms not compliant
A total of 833 firms received either an onsite AML inspection or a desk-based review in 2024-25.
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NewsSociety concerned by tight deadline for fixed costs consultation
Civil Procedure Rule Committee invites feedback for interim implementation stocktake of fixed recoverable costs.
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NewsCharlotte Proudman opens SRA-regulated 'trauma-informed' law firm
Alternative business structure will offer a 'one-stop shop' family law service.
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NewsIn depth: Self-driving taxis are months away - but much legal work remains
London is set to become the first city in Europe to allow driverless taxis on to its streets. But lawyers warn that legislation on safety, liability and data governance still needs to be implemented.
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NewsNeuberger speaks of 'disturbing' plight of ordinary people caught up in the courts
Former Supreme Court president bemoans failure to increase legal aid rates - and cost of public inquiries.
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NewsIn depth: Family Division president's parting shots
Sir Andrew McFarlane gave notice of his departure this week after seven years in the role. He is not going to go quietly, as he proselytised to MPs about problem-solving courts.
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NewsSuper-regulator outlines scope of Mazur review
Legal Services Board will look at what advice regulators gave over a 15-year period, reporting in March 2026.
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NewsJurors should know what expert witnesses are paid, MPs told
Former City trader Tom Hayes, whose convictions were quashed, also highlights ‘a complete inequality of arms in relation to experts’.
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NewsFirms increasingly open to private equity
Sixth Law Firm Strategy and Investment research report, released today by HSBC UK, also shows increase in IT investment.
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NewsRespond to online complaints - and don't be defensive, SRA recommends
Regulator publishes thematic review which also charts the rise of 'tactical complaints'. Disgruntled clients are becoming more abusive too.
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NewsMPs call for new protocol for verifying legal correspondence
Justice Committee’s inquiry into prisons’ drugs crisis publishes its report with recommendations on how to tackle ‘endemic’ and ‘dangerous culture of acceptance’.
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NewsCourt of Appeal attacks council's 'radical interference with family life'
Appeal judges 'disturbed' to learn of local authority which 'hastily removed' children from their 'settled family placement' despite notification of appeal.
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NewsSociety welcomes extension of Swiss access deal
Switzerland is the UK’s third largest market for legal services exports.
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NewsTribunal member sanctioned for using phone in hearings
Medical member acknowledged ‘her conduct…was inappropriate and unprofessional’, JCIO says.
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NewsFunders must wait for PACCAR solution - Sackman
Any legislation to deal with litigation funding uncertainty will not be retrospective in effect, minister suggests.
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NewsGovernment seeks evidence for whiplash review
Post-implementation review will consider the impact of increasing the small claims track limit to £5,000.
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NewsScrapping class actions would fuel anti-competitive behaviour, bar warns
Barristers’ representative body responds to government call for evidence on opt-out collective actions.